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You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!

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A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a beach, a blue chair, and a yellow umbrella.
A house with a deck, surrounded by trees and a rocky shoreline.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large sofa, and a view of the water.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a small refrigerator.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a dark blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large ornate mirror.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Trenton, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Clark Cove
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Kisma Preserve
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Blue Room

1 Child Bed

Downstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs Queen/Twin

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Twins

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 in MBR

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom by Kitchen

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom off 1st floor Queen Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Trenton

Located in Trenton, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the ocean. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Seacoast Fun Park and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Trenton, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • beach near Clark Cove - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Kisma Preserve - 13 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Garland Farm - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Original Travelin' Lobster - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gateway Lobster Pound - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is You Can't Get Closer to the Water than This! located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Acadia National Park, Kisma Preserve and Garland Farm. Atlantic Brewing Company and Trenton Health Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, private location, lots of room
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is incredible..Plenty of space ..well equipped..great location..beautiful view from the deck....cottage is always clean( we have been coming here multiple years)..communication is great...very happy to highly recommend this cottage
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay. Beautiful view. Lots of room.If you like a softer bed, you might want to bring or buy egg shell mattress toppers. Perfect location. Close to Acadia and stores. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You can’t get any closer to the water! The sun rises were beautiful! We saw a set of eagles every day. We saw seals, deer, turkeys, and lots of birds! Great location to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Even if the weather was cold or rainy you could still sit inside and watch the ocean! Very private and quiet! The colors were awesome when we were there as well! Had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular view with swimming and kayaking right out front! Easy access to all hikes in Acadia. House was spacious, clean, comfortable and we all enjoyed every minute there!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views and distance to activities.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is exactly as described in the description, pictures are accurate. The home was very well stocked. We had such a great time watching the wildlife off the deck. We saw seals, deer, turkeys and an eagle. We did not want to leave this peaceful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house faces the ocean, it's right on the beach, and the views are superb. The house has everything one needs for a comfortable stay. The kitchen is well equipped, and has many useful supplies such as herbs, pantry staples etc. Overall, it's a great place to stay for an extended family or for a vacationing group of friends. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous view. Quiet. Lovely stay .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was wonderful and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the convenient location and great views
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had everything needed and even things you didn’t know you needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was warm, cozy and has a view that is beyond words. You could spend all day just soaking up the Ocean views.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful home and much larger than we were expecting. We had everything we needed and the instructions were very clear. We were so cozy and at home it was hard to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, with beautiful views. A fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and responsive communication - you can't ask for a better Maine vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was wonderful. It was clean, bright and right on the water. There were a pair of eagles who would come every morning during low tide and wait on the rocks on the beach to feed. We saw deer in the woods along the driveway to the house. They have everything you need to cook for lots of people. Lots of blankets for the beds and being able to open all the windows was wonderful with the breeze coming off the ocean. We used the kayaks every day and all the kids loved it. We would love to stay in this house again. You will not be disappointed by what this house offers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Bar Harbor View Cottage. The property truly lives up to its name, the views were absolutely stunning and made our trip even more memorable.The cottage itself was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed. It felt welcoming right away and made it easy to settle in and relax.One of the biggest highlights was the location. It’s incredibly convenient to Acadia National Park, which made exploring the area simple and stress-free.Overall, this was a fantastic rental experience. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the Bar Harbor area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Maine Getaway

We had a great time during our stay at this property. The views are amazing and it was close enough for our day trips to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed. We also loved the use of the kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage ..well equiped...plenty of space ..multiple bathrooms..very clean ..perfect location..deck is incredible ..location is close to groceries (10 miles) ..restaurants (4 miles)..close to national park and many hiking or walking trails...great communication with all involved with renting this great cottage
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We enjoyed your home very much! Beautiful view and the House was very well stocked. We hated to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
Thanks, Darlene! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Maine Point

Overall we loved staying here - it’s our second time staying here :) the location can’t be beat !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Rick & Shelby, Owners
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

This house was the perfect location and had everything we needed and was clean. I would highly reccomend this place and am hoping to stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing View

The house has an amazing view of the water and of Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maine Family Trip

House was wonderful and accommodated all of us nicely. Location was perfect ! Beach and views fabulous! Kids enjoyed tide pools, seals, loons and kayaking. Great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2022
Hi Rose - We are so glad you and your family enjoyed your vacation! Hope to see you again. Rick & Shelby, Owners
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Had an amazing time! Beautiful scenery and location! Host was very attentive and house was well-equipped with everything you need for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
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